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Stephen Robinson Spinet after Thomas Hitchcock with stand (no. 27) based on Thomas Hitchcock's spinet in the Russell Collection, Edinburgh University. Dated 2021, this is a brand new instrument straight from Stephen's workshop in England, beautifully hand-crafted from solid woods throughout and with stunning attention to detail. This spinet is made along traditional lines but with the added benefit of being transposing (playing at a440 and a415). Five octave compass GG-g3; 61 notes. One set of strings, 8'. Case exterior veneered in walnut; interior veneered in figured walnut with ash herringbone inlay like the original. Includes turned walnut stand based on an original Hitchcock stand. The keyboard has ebony naturals and bone-topped ebony sharps. For more details or information about this spinet, please do not hesitate to contact us. Supplied with maintenance kit, full set of strings and tuning hammer. Email: sales@earlymusicshop.com Tel: 01274 288100

Bizzi Bentside Spinet 1x8' stop, buff stop and stand This spinet has a gracious shape with a sweet and round sound, probably due to a particular position of the wrest plank bridge which gives this instrument a sort of “virginal” timbre. The “Goujon 1753” is an ideal instrument for ensemble music both for its wide specific repertoire and for the important musical literature of the north European Countries. Thanks to its good mechanical functioning and wide keyboard, this spinet is also recommendable for student who want to begin harpsichord studies. Delivered with tool box and spare parts. Compass: F 1 - F 5, 61 keys 1 x 8' stop with buff stop Transposition 415 - 440 Hz Case and lid: poplar, lime and beech 3 beech legs screwed to the instrument, in style Soundboard: red resonance spruce from Val di Fiemme Soundboard wood grain: Extra Fine Keyboard: spruce, Italian boxwood (diatonic keys) and ebony (chromatic keys) Jacks: pear wood with delrin or celcon plectra Tuning pins: forged iron, historical type, with hole Strings: red brass, yellow brass and ancient-type iron Brush painting in two colours or natural wood Rose: carved wood Dimensions: 178 x 65 x 23 cm Weight: 22 kg The great Italian tradition in painting and decoration allows Bizzi to offer customers a large variety of finishing solutions, designed in accordance to individual tastes and wishes. For more details about this or any other Bizzi Harpsichord in our showrooms, please do not hesitate to contact us. Email: sales@earlymusicshop.com Tel: 01274 288100

Bizzi Continuo' harpsichord 2 x 8' stop. This inexpensive Italian harpsichord is designed according to typical XVII century Italian manufacturing principles. Designed to meet the requirements not only of schools and students but also of continuo performers, ensembles and Baroque orchestras. Its characterful sound, together with its small size and light weight, has made this one of the most popular models for those approaching the Baroque repertoire. Compass: G0 - E5, 58 notes Delivered with tool box and spare parts. Compass: G 1 - E 5, 58 keys 2 x 8' independent stops Transposition 415 - 440 Hz Case and lid: mahogany, poplar and beech 3 beech legs screwed to the instrument, in style Soundboard: red resonance spruce from Val di Fiemme Soundboard wood grain: Fine Keyboard: spruce, Italian boxwood (diatonic keys) and ebony (chromatic keys) Jacks: pear wood with delrin or celcon plectra Tuning pins: forged iron, historical type, with hole Strings: red brass and yellow brass Brush painting in two colours or natural wood Rose: carved wood Dimensions: 185 x 85 x 20 cm Weight: 33 kg The great Italian tradition in painting and decoration allows Bizzi to offer customers a large variety of finishing solutions, designed in accordance to individual tastes and wishes. For more details about this or any other Bizzi Harpsichord in our showrooms, please do not hesitate to contact us. Email: sales@earlymusicshop.com Tel: 01274 288100

PO Ref. PO1141S Bizzi Continuo Harpsichord (Previously Owned) 2x8' register with transposition a415/440, buff stop, stand (Previously Owned). In excellent condition and fully serviced, refurbished and regularly tuned by our technician, Peter Barnes. Fully insured and tracked worldwide delivery available. For more details about this or any other Previously Owned instruments, please do not hesitate to contact us. Bizzi Continuo' harpsichord 2 x 8' stop. This inexpensive Italian harpsichord is designed according to typical XVII century Italian manufacturing principles. Designed to meet the requirements not only of schools and students but also of continuo performers, ensembles and Baroque orchestras. Its characterful sound, together with its small size and light weight, has made this one of the most popular models for those approaching the Baroque repertoire. Compass: G0 - E5, 58 notes Delivered with tool box and spare parts. Compass: G 1 - E 5, 58 keys 2 x 8' independent stops Transposition 415 - 440 Hz Case and lid: mahogany, poplar and beech 3 beech legs screwed to the instrument, in style Soundboard: red resonance spruce from Val di Fiemme Soundboard wood grain: Fine Keyboard: spruce, Italian boxwood (diatonic keys) and ebony (chromatic keys) Jacks: pear wood with delrin or celcon plectra Tuning pins: forged iron, historical type, with hole Strings: red brass and yellow brass Brush painting in two colours or natural wood Rose: carved wood Dimensions: 185 x 85 x 20 cm Weight: 33 kg

Hear this harpsichord: Your browser does not support the audio element. Your browser does not support the audio element. Your browser does not support the audio element. Compass G1 – e3 58 keys 2 x 8 foot stops + buff (lute) stop Transposition: 415 – 440 hz. Keyboard coverings: ebony (naturals) and bone (sharps) Case: poplar, lime, spruce, beech Jacks: pearwood with celcon or Delrin plectra Rose and hinges: bronze casting Sound board: highest quality spruce from Val di Fiemme (Stradivarius Valley) Size: 210x85x24 cm. Included: Matching adjustable bench Flemish paper decoration Two latin mottos in the lid High Protection Transport Cover Bag with spare parts and DVD (maintenance manual)

This magnificent French Double Manual Harpsichord after Goermans-Taskin was specially commissioned in 2023 for the renowned harpsichordist Jane Chapman to perform on during her recital at the same year’s London International Festival of Music . Click here to read The Guardian's review of the concert and this "showstopping harpsichord"! The original instruments upon which Bizzi has based his studies are amongst the most important known harpsichords. The Goermans-Taskin was originally a Flemish harpsichord that Taskin transformed (ravalement) into a great French instrument. Its bright and sonorous voice makes it particularly suitable for a wide repertoire and for large concert halls. Specification Compass: F 1 - G 5, 62 keys 2x 8'+4' stops and buff stop Transposition 415 - 440 Hz Case and lid: poplar, fir and beech Six beech legs screwed to the instrument, Louis XVI style Soundboard: red resonance spruce from Val di Fiemme Soundboard wood grain: Extra Fine Keyboard: spruce, ebony (diatonic keys) and bone (chromatic keys) Jacks: pear wood with delrin or celcon plectra Tuning pins: forged iron, historical type, with hole Strings: red brass, yellow brass and ancient-type iron Tortoiseshell decoration Gold-leaf bands and mouldings Rose and hinges made of bronze casting Dimensions: 237 x 92 x 31 cm Weight: 65 kg Extras: Matching adjustable bench High protection transport cover Leg bag Double gold leaf bands Complete soundboard decoration Louis XVI-style stand Decorated lid Tool box with tools and spare parts DVD Instruction Manual

French single 'Blanchet' 2 x 8' stops. This harpsichord is based upon the XVIII century French manufacturing tradition and particularly that of the Blanchet family. This is a versatile harpsichord, with a strong and brilliant sound suitable for most professional uses. Compass: F0 - F5, 61 notes Compass: F 1 - F 5, 61 keys 2 x 8' independent stops and buff stop Transposition 415 - 440 Hz Case and lid: poplar, fir and beech 6 beech legs screwed to the instrument, Louis XVI style Soundboard: red resonance spruce from Val di Fiemme Soundboard wood grain: Extra Fine Keyboard: spruce, ebony (diatonic keys) and bone (chromatic keys) Jacks: pear wood with delrin or celcon plectra Tuning pins: forged iron, historical type, with hole Strings: red brass, yellow brass and ancient-type iron Brush painting in two colours Gold-leaf bands and mouldings Rose and hinges made of bronze casting Dimensions: 223 x 92 x 24 cm Weight: 55 kg For more details about this or any other Bizzi Harpsichord in our showrooms, please do not hesitate to contact us. Email: sales@earlymusicshop.com Tel: 01274 288100

Italian harpsichord 'Giusti 1679'. This instrument is inspired by the original harpsichord built in 1679 by Giovan Battista Giusti in the Tagliavini Collection. Its sound is full, and warmer than many Italian harpsichords making it particularly suitable for a wide solo repertoire as well as a continuo instrument. Compass (extended): G0 - E5, 58 notes Delivered with tool box and spare parts. Compass: G 1 - E 5, 58 keys 2 x 8' plus Buff Stop independent stops Transposition 415 - 440 Hz Case and lid: poplar, fir and beech Italian Type Stand - Giusti Soundboard: red resonance spruce from Val di Fiemme Soundboard wood grain: Extra Fine Keyboard: spruce, Italian boxwood (diatonic keys) and ebony (chromatic keys) Jacks: pear wood with delrin or celcon plectra Tuning pins: forged iron, historical type, with hole Strings: red brass and yellow brass Brush painting in two colours or natural wood Rose: carved wood Dimensions: 230 x 87 x 21 cm Weight: 40 kg For more details about this or any other Bizzi Harpsichord at our Saltaire showroom, please do not hesitate to contact us. Email: sales@earlymusicshop.com Tel: 01274 288100

Bizzi Studio harpsichord. The most affordable harpsichord on the market! Excellent for students and continuo players! Fine Italianate sound, easily transportable. Available in different finishes, red, green, blue etc. Compass: B1 - D5, 52 notes Delivered with tool box and spare parts. Compass: B 1 - D 5, 52 keys Studio-One: 1 x 8' stop plus buff stop Pitch: 415 Hz Case and lid: poplar and beech 3 beech legs screwed to the instrument, in style Soundboard: red resonance spruce from Val di Fiemme Soundboard wood grain: Fine Keyboard: spruce, Italian boxwood (diatonic keys) and ebony (chromatic keys) Jacks: pear wood with delrin or celcon plectra Tuning pins: forged iron, historical type, with hole Strings: yellow brass Brush painting in two colours Dimensions: 170 x 77 x 21 cm Weight: 25 kg OPTIONS Buff stop, single (included) Transposition 415 - 440 Hz Personalized decoration Adjustable bench, in style High protection transport cover Bag for legs and music desk Bench bag For more details about this or any other Bizzi Harpsichord at our Saltaire showroom, please do not hesitate to contact us. Email: sales@earlymusicshop.com Tel: 01274 288100

Bizzi Studio harpsichord. The most affordable harpsichord on the market! Excellent for students and continuo players! Fine Italianate sound, easily transportable. Available in different finishes, red, green, blue etc. Compass: B1 - D5, 52 notes Delivered with tool box and spare parts. Compass: B 1 - D 5, 52 keys Studio-Two: 2 x 8' stop plus buff stop Pitch: 415 Hz - 440 Hz Case and lid: poplar and beech 3 beech legs screwed to the instrument, in style Soundboard: red resonance spruce from Val di Fiemme Soundboard wood grain: Fine Keyboard: spruce, Italian boxwood (diatonic keys) and (chromatic keys) Jacks: pearwood with delrin or celcon plectra Tuning pins: forged iron, historical type, with hole Strings: yellow brass Brush painting in two colours with Volute decoration on exterior Dimensions: 170 x 77 x 21 cm Weight: 25 kg Included: Matching adjustable bench Rose decoration Italian Volute flower decoration on the exterior sides High protection Transport cover Leg bag Tool box, including tools and spare parts DVD Instruction Manual

PO Ref. PO1646S Clavichord by Henry Tull (1942) in excellent condition, commissioned and formerly owned by the distinguished British harpsichordist Millicent Silver (1905–1986), one of three main players in the UK during the 1950s and 1960s (the others being Thurston Dart and George Malcolm). Fully refurbished, serviced and regularly tuned by our keyboard technician prior to despatch. The walnut case showcases Tull's fine skills as a cabinet-maker. This is a rare opportunity to acquire an exceptional instrument commissioned by a celebrated British early keyboard exponent. After Arnold Dolmetsch, Henry Tull (1869–1958) was the first to make early keyboard instruments in England. Having originally manufactured pianos, from about 1921 he began to produce clavichords, octave spinets (called ‘octavinas’) and triangular spinets at his Chiswick workshop, all based on models created by Dolmetsch. His customers included many of the intellectual and artistic personalities of the era; he also supplied instruments for concerts and theatre plays. Compass: C2–D6 Dimensions: 113cm x 40cm x 77cm (height on stand) Fully tracked and insured delivery available worldwide. For more details about this or any other instruments, please do not hesitate to contact us.

PO Ref. PO1647S Clavichord (1964) by John Feldberg (Reconditioned) in excellent condition. F ully refurbished and serviced by our technician prior to despatch. Complete with stand with square tapered legs. The touch of this clavichord is extremely expressive and has a sweet, gentle tone. Includes some of the original documentation. Compass: C2–F6 (41/2 octaves) Dimensions: 115cm x 41cm x 80cm (height on stand) For more details about this or any other instruments, please do not hesitate to contact us.

PO Ref. PO1618S Four Octave Clavichord by John Morley with stand (Reconditioned) in excellent condition. Fully serviced, refurbished and regularly tuned by our technician prior to despatch. For more details about this or any other Reconditioned instruments, please do not hesitate to contact us.

PO Ref. PO1579S Four Octave Clavichord by John Morley no. 772 with stand (Reconditioned) in excellent condition. Fully serviced, refurbished and regularly tuned by our technician prior to despatch. For more details about this or any other Reconditioned instruments, please do not hesitate to contact us.

PO Ref. PO1499S Extremely rare double manual harpsichord after the 1745 Dulcken in the Smithsonian, by Robert and Andrea Goble 1974 (Reconditioned), in excellent condition with hand-painted finish. Fully serviced, revoiced and restored by our technician prior to despatch. FF-g3, 2x 8’, 1x 4’ lute, buff stop Transposing a415/440 Turned baluster style stand and folding integral music desk Blackwood naturals and topped sharps Listen to this harpsichord! Bach Allemande from French Suite BWV 815: Your browser does not support the audio element. Corrente from Partita no. 1 BWV 825: Your browser does not support the audio element.

PO Ref. PO1664S Flemish Virginals after Ruckers by Robert Davies, 1979 (Reconditioned). Fully serviced, refurbished and regularly tuned by our keyboard technician prior to despatch. Tracked and insured delivery worldwide available. A beautifully crafted virginals by the distinguished English maker Robert Davies, completed in 1979 after the celebrated Ruckers models of early 17th-century Antwerp. This fine instrument captures the tonal clarity, warmth, and delicately responsive touch for which the Ruckers family became synonymous — qualities that make it ideally suited for the music of Byrd, Sweelinck, and the English virginalists, as well as the later French and Flemish schools. Robert Davies is one of the leading figures in the post-war revival of historical keyboard making in Britain. Trained during the flourishing of early-music craftsmanship in the 1960s and 70s, Davies studied and measured original Ruckers instruments firsthand, producing harpsichords and virginals renowned for their authentic scaling, precise workmanship, and elegant restraint. His work is prized by performers and collectors alike for its musicality and reliability. This example, dated 1979, is a testament to his mature style — handsomely proportioned, with a rich Flemish soundboard painting in traditional style and robust yet lyrical tone. Maintained in excellent condition, it has been regularly tuned and lightly played in a private collection. Compass: C/E–c³ Disposition: 1 × 8′ Case: traditional Flemish style with painted soundboard and lid papers Maker’s inscription: “Robert Davies, Levens, 1979” An exceptional opportunity to acquire a virginals by one of Britain’s most respected historical keyboard makers. For more details about this or any other instruments, please do not hesitate to contact us.

We are currently accepting offers on this exceptional instrument. Please contact us if you have any questions or would like to make an offer. PO Ref. PO1595S German Positive Organ by Goetze & Gwynn, built in 2019-20 in 'as new' condition. Fully serviced prior to despatch. Audio demonstration: Your browser does not support the audio element. Coppel 8ft (stopped wood) Flöte 4ft (stopped wood) Octav 2ft (open metal F – e¹ in front) Regal 8ft (in front of the front pipes, for tuning) Compass: C/E short octave – c³ 45 notes Pitch: A440 Tuning: sixth comma meantone (known as Silbermann’s tuning) The organ comes in two halves. It is 165cm tall (5ft 5ins), 92cm wide (3ft) and 60cm deep (2ft). Fully insured and tracked delivery worldwide available. This is a new organ made in imitation of German positive organs of around 1700, based on an organ which was made in around 1730, most likely in Salzburg. Surprisingly little has been written about these small German organs, though a number survive from the Nürnberg Stadtorgelmacher, whose work was exhibited at the Germanisches Nationalmuseum in 1995, and written about by Jürgen-Peter Schindler. There is also the published work of Theodor Wohnhaas and Hermann Fischer, which catalogues surviving positive organs in Franken and Bavaria, though it does not help the outsider to classify their origin or their makers, or appreciate what they were originally used for. It is typical for having three different sound qualities in a small organ, stopped wood 8ft and 4ft flutes, open metal 2ft in the front and a regal in the front, the width of each pipe more or less the same scale as the keys, as they would have been in the instrument known as the regals. This regal is based on Brussels Musical Instrument Museum MI 1130, which was made in 1676 by a German maker for an Italian. Goetze & Gwynn copied it for the reconstruction of the 1579 claviorgan by Lodovicus Theewes in the V&A museum (now at Oberlin College Ohio).

PO Ref. PO1580S Morley 5 Octave Clavichord with stand (Reconditioned) and in excellent condition. Fully serviced, refurbished and regularly tuned by our technician prior to despatch. For more details about this or any other Reconditioned instruments, please do not hesitate to contact us.

PO Ref. PO1457S Morley 5 Octave Clavichord with turned legs (Previously Owned) and in excellent condition. Fully serviced, refurbished and regularly tuned by our technician, Peter Barnes, prior to despatch. For more details about this or any other Previously Owned instruments, please do not hesitate to contact us.

PO Ref. PO1458S Very rare Portative Organ (2ft) by Early Music Shop (Previously Owned) in almost 'like new' condition. Fully serviced and refurbished by our keyboard technician prior to despatch. The EMS 2ft portative has a compass of two octaves C-cc which is entirely chromatic. It has a reservoir and a separate feeder which can be operated either with the left hand or a piece of string attached to a foot pedal giving uninterrupted wind. Disposition: C - c'' (25 notes). Fully chromatic. Dimensions (without bellows): 46cm x 31cm x 94cm Weight (with pipe work): 20kg For more details about this or any other Previously Owned instruments, please do not hesitate to contact us.

PO Ref. PO1479S Single Manual Flemish Harpsichord made from Zuckermann Kit (Previously Owned) with buff stop and tuned to a440. Thoroughly overhauled by Andrew Wooderson including complete re-decoration, re-voicing and stringing with Rose wire. Currently at A440 pitch but could be tuned to A415 or converted to transpose at modest cost Disposition 1x8', 1x4', buff stop Range B-D, a440 Dimensions length 196cm; width 80cm Weight approx 45kg Action Standard keyboard with ebony sharps, pearwood arcades; delrin jacks Wood case in lime or basswood; oak wrestplank; bottom and lid in solid wood; spruce soundboard Assembly braces tongue and grooved or dovetailed Stand dismountable For more details about this or any other Previously Owned instruments, please do not hesitate to contact us.

PO Ref. PO1364S Single Manual Flemish Harpsichord made from Zuckermann Kit (Previously Owned) with buff stop and transposition a415/440. In like new condition, having been fully serviced, repapered, refurbished and revoiced by our keyboard technician, Peter Barnes. Disposition 1x8', 1x4', buff stop Range B-D, transposable A415/A440 Dimensions length 196cm; width 80cm Weight approx 45kg Action Standard keyboard with ebony sharps, pearwood arcades; delrin jacks Wood case in lime or basswood; oak wrestplank; bottom and lid in solid wood; spruce soundboard Assembly braces tongue and grooved or dovetailed Stand dismountable Music Desk angle adjustable For more details about this or any other Previously Owned instruments, please do not hesitate to contact us. Listen to this harpsichord! Bach Allemande from French Suite BWV 815: Your browser does not support the audio element. Corrente from Partita no. 1 BWV 825: Your browser does not support the audio element.

PO Ref. PO1487S Single Manual Harpsichord by Arnold Dolmetsch (Previously Owned) in excellent condition. Fully serviced, refurbished and regularly tuned by our keyboard technician, Peter Barnes, prior to despatch. Fully tracked and insured delivery worldwide available. For more details about this or any other Previously Owned instruments, please do not hesitate to contact us.

PO Ref. PO1295S Single Manual Harpsichord by Perkins & Gotto after Thomas Barton, 1709 (Reconditioned) in excellent condition with folding tripod stand. Fully serviced, re-strung and regularly tuned by our keyboard technician, Richard Taylor. Fully tracked and insured delivery worldwide available. This rare single manual harpsichord by Perkins & Gotto of Norwich, after Thomas Barton 1709, was specially-built for Harrogate College in 1980. The majority of the instrument's manufacture was carried out by Gotto & Perkins, except for the fitting of wrestpins, as well as the stringing and tuning upon completion of the kit. Tuning hammer and stringing schedule included. Disposition 2x8', buff stop, Flemish registers (via stops) Range 59 notes: G1–D6 Dimensions length 205cm; width 86cm; depth of case 28cm; height of keyboard from floor 71cm Weight approx. 50kg Action conventional keyboard with pearwood naturals, black sharps and pearwood arcades; delrin jacks Wood case in tulipwood; oak wrestplank; bottom and lid in solid wood; spruce soundboard Assembly braces tongue and grooved or dovetailed Stand dismountable Music Desk dismountable For more details about this or any other Reconditioned instruments, please do not hesitate to contact us.